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Ian Bothwell
Returning to Rice for 2026
R-Jr. · Fort Worth, Texas → All Saints Episcopal
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Ian Bothwell
Limited signal — not enough coverage for a story yet.
How he plays
2026 Outlook
Rice
2026 Depth chart
Projected starter
Offensive line · Rice
Returning around him
- 75% of 2024 offensive production back (Strong continuity)
- Transfer portal: -2 net (20 in / 22 out)
2026 Award watch
No preseason watch lists yet (most drop June 15 – July 15)
Rice · Last season: 5-8 · Talent rank #106 · 2026 recruiting class #103
Heisman trajectory
Heisman Trajectory · 2025
Peak #8001
Peaked at #8001 this season.
Background
Pronunciation Guide 2025 Did not see action in his first season with the Owls. All Saints Episcopal HS Three-time All-District and two-time All-State TAPPS 5A D2 for coach Aaron Beck who helped power the Saints to the state title as a senior while earning All-State honors… Started 39 games in his...